Long Term Leave - Project Lead The Way

Perry Township School District; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Township School District is seeking a Long Term Leave - Project Lead The Way substitute at Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy. This role involves implementing district-approved curriculum, documenting student progress, and creating a safe, supportive learning environment.

The assignment runs from November 1, 2026, through January 1, 2027, with daily responsibilities including grading and class activities.

Qualifications

• Experience using data information systems and tracking student progress.
• Strong knowledge of current teaching methods and pedagogy.
• Familiarity with federal and state education laws.
• Ability to communicate clearly with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer elementary curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Grade and enter student assessments in the grading system.
• Create safe, conducive learning environments for individuals and small groups.
• Develop lesson plans and learning experiences to maximize instruction time.
• Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance and progress.
• Manage student behavior according to school policies.
• Collaborate with grade-level peers and participate in meetings.
• Supervise students during activities outside class and on transportation.
• Administer standardized tests per district programs if certified.

Skills

Data analysis

Classroom management

Curriculum delivery

Communication with parents

Education

Teaching certification

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Perry Township School District

• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Location: Perry Meridian 6th Grade Academy

Long Term Leave -Project Lead The Way Approximate Time Frame : 11/1/26 to 1/1/2027

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

Essential Job Functions

• Administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Responsible for grading and entering grades into the system.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Ensure that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and grade level meetings.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing programs if certified.

Pay Rate

$125 non certified daily rate

$135 retired Perry teacher daily rate

$217.42 certified Teacher daily rate on day 15+

$275.75 retired Perry Teacher/Bachelors/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

$294.73 retired Perry Teacher/Masters/long term assignment 15+ days on day one

Equipment Uses standard teaching equipment such as personal computers, printer, telephone, pens and pencils, dry erase markers, timer, etc.

Travel Requirements No travel required.

Work Schedule Standard teacher work schedule per building with specific start and end time dictated by school schedule.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with students, parents, and staff.
• Proven ability to report work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to meet professional teacher education requirements of school and district.
• Ability to encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and to use that information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Ability to maintain discipline in accordance with the rulesand disciplinary systems of the school.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Proven ability to establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Seldom = Less than 25% Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = Greater than 75%

Physical Requirement Percentage of Time

Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Very Frequent

Ability to lift 25 pounds. Seldom

Ability to carry 25 pounds. Occasional

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws andcodes, rules and policies and other printed matter. Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. Very Frequent

Ability to operate job-related equipment. Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions. Very Frequent

Experience

• Previous school experience is preferred.

Postings current as of 9/22/2026 8:57:04 AM CST.